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Kia Niro EV

Kia Niro EV is an all-electric crossover with a WLTP range of up to 463 km (288 miles). EVKX.net has all the details.

We have separated our Kia Niro EV article into sections. If you want to wait to read the full article, click the links below to the different areas. We also have an overview of the full specifications, an image gallery, detailed information about charging performance, and some online reviews. Our sections:

• Performance
• Battery, range, and charging
• Drivetrain (suspension, brakes, steering)
• Exterior (paint colors, wheels ++)
• Interior (seats++)
• User interface and control
• Infotainment
• Lights
• Advanced driver-assistance systems
• Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability

Performance

The Kia Niro EV has a maximum power of 150 KW (204 hp/201 bhp). The total torque is 255 nm (188 ft-lb). It performs the 0-100km/h sprint (0-62mph) in 7.8 seconds. The top speed is 167 km/h.

Battery, range, and charging

The battery has a gross capacity of 68kWh and a net capacity of 64,8kWh, meaning you have a 3,2kWh buffer for protection. (4.7%).

The WLTP range is 463 km (288 mi). The consumption is 14.0kWh/100km for the WLTP standard test. For more details about the range, see real-world data and range listing on this model’s range and consumption page.

The maximum DC charging speed is 233kW. A full charge from 0 - 100% would take 93 minutes, while a more common scenario of 10-80% would take 44 minutes. If you assume you lose 5 minutes driving per charge stop in addition to the charge time, the optimum charge area is from 4% to 56%, resulting in an actual charge speed, including time loss, of 60kW. Each charge session would take 33 minutes and 30 seconds.

For the theoretical 1000km challenge, starting with a full battery and driving at 120km/h (75 mph), assuming optimal driving conditions and consumption of 20kWh/100km, 1000km will take 10 hours and 35 minutes. This trip will require five charge session(s) charging from 4% to 46%. The total time lost for charging up the battery will be 136 minutes.

Onboard charger

For level 1 and level 2 AC charging, the onboard charger supports up to 11 KW charging. As a result, you can charge the battery 0-100% from home in about 5 hours and 53 minutes.

Charge port

The location of the charge port is on the front. This location makes it easy to use charge stations where you need to park with the front in. The connector types vary between the different markets. This model uses CCS Combo 1 for North America and for Europe, CCS Combo 2. See full specifications for all markets.

Drivetrain

Kia Niro EV has a rear-wheel drive system supported by one motor on the rear axle.

The suspension has a fixed height and damping. The ground clearance with this suspension is 160 mm.

Brakes

Regenerative braking is available in two modes. You can use one-pedal driving or you can coast and use the blended brakes to regen.

Exterior

You can choose between 11 different paint colors when ordering this model. Additionally, you can choose between 2 wheels with sizes from 19 to 20 inches.

The car has four regular doors and a hatchback-style liftgate.

You can choose between two types of roofs on this model. The standard is just a regular roof. The standard roof has a sunroof. The glass extends over only the front row, and occupants can open it. This glass makes the car’s interior feel more spacious and bright, which can improve the mood and comfort of the occupant. It has an electric curtain that occupants can use to protect against the sun.

You can order the car with tinted windows from B-pillar and back.

Interior

You can choose between different types of seat materials and interior styling.

First row seats

Only one front seat type is available in the Kia Niro EV.

The following functionalities are available on the **** seat.

• electric adjustment
• height adjustable headrest
• heating
• memory driver seat
• electric lumbar support (optional)
• ventilation (optional)

You can choose from 6 different materials/colors for this seat type.

Second-row seat

The second row has a standard three-seat bench with a 60:40 split where you can fold each section separately to increase the cargo space. In addition, the following functionalities are available.

• heating

There is only one type of steering wheel available. The steering wheel is heated, and you can control the audio system with buttons on the steering wheel.

Climate system

There is one climate system available. The 2-zone climate system supports different temperatures in two zones for the driver and passenger. This model has a heat pump as an option. This heat pump can save significant energy used for heating in cold weather.

Comfort

Kia Niro EV has several features to make your life as a driver or passenger more comfortable.

You have wireless charging for your phone.

User interface and control

The Kia Niro EV has twin screens on a shared frame mounted with brackets on the dashboard. Behind the steering wheel is a digital instrument cluster, and on the right part, there is an infotainment screen. The screen behind the steering wheel on the left of the frame is 10.3 inches large and has a 1920 x 720 pixels resolution. The touch screen at the right part of the shared frame is 10.3 inches large and has a 2880 x 1080 pixels resolution. A head-up display is an optional system that presents speed and other important driver information in front of the driver on the windshield.

Infotainment

You can choose between two sound systems on the Kia Niro EV. With the Standard, you get six speakers with a max system output of watts. With the Meridian Premium Sound System, you get 14 speakers with a max system output of watts.

In addition, with the standard in-car navigation system, you get the help you need to find your destination. Furthermore, the Kia Niro EV supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. This functionality allows you to present your phone’s screen in the car’s screen so you can run apps like Google Maps or Waze.

The model has 4 USB-C connections as standard. The model has 1 USB-A connections as standard.

Lights

The standard headlights use LED technology. In addition, the standard taillights use LED technology.

Advanced driver assistance systems

The Kia Niro EV has several standard and optional advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) for better safety and comfort.

Safety systems

The Kia Niro EV has an anti-lock braking system (ABS) as a standard system. This system helps to prevent a vehicle’s wheels from locking up during braking.

The Kia Niro EV has an Electronic Stability Control as a standard system designed to improve a vehicle’s stability and handling during sudden maneuvers or slippery road conditions.

The Kia Niro EV has a lane-keeping assist as a standard system. This system helps to prevent the car from getting out of its lane. In addition, it has a lane departure warning system that warns the driver if the vehicle leaves the driving lane.

Front Cross Traffic Assist is a standard driver assist system that helps drivers detect oncoming traffic when crossing an intersection or turning left or right from a stopped position.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert is a standard driver assist system that uses sensors to detect approaching vehicles from the side when backing out of a parking space or driveway.

The Kia Niro EV has automatic emergency braking as a standard system. This system helps prevent or mitigate collisions by applying the brakes autonomously if the driver fails to react to an impending collision.

Automatic emergency steering is a standard driver assist system designed to help drivers avoid collisions by automatically steering the vehicle in an emergency.

Blind-spot monitoring is a standard driver-assist system. This side assist system helps to detect traffic in blind spots.

Driving Automation

With the level 2 system, you get the following driving automation features.

• Adaptive Cruise control
• Lane Centering Assist (LCA) /AutoSteer: keeps the car in your lane and slows down if needed in traffic. The system limits how long you can drive without touching the steering wheel.

Cargo Capacity and Towing Ability

The cargo capacity in the trunk is 475 liters. With the rear seat down, it is 1392 liters. On the roof, you can load up to 75 kg (165.3 lbs). Under the hood, there is frunk with more storage room. This frunk is 20 liters (0.7 CU FT). The maxium weight of the car is 220 kg (485 lbs), and with the base weight of 1557 kg (3433 lbs), you can max load -1337 kg (-2948 lbs), including driver and passengers. Some options can increase the base weight and reduce the maximum loading weight.

You can order the car with a towbar. The maximum total weight on a braked trailer is 750, and on unbraked, it is 300 kg (1653/661 lbs).